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Things to do in Salento

Horseback rides to viewpoints and waterfalls, cloud forests, coffee farms and day trips to the Valle del Cocora, all from the most beloved town in Quindío.

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Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Horseback Ride to the Magic Forests and Santa Rita Waterfall

5 (4 Reviews)
Vereda Palestina, km 2.6, Salento, Quindío, Colombia, before Yambolombia

Kasaguadua, a natural and sustainable forest

5 (2 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or hotels in Salento

El Mocambo Viewpoint Horseback Ride, Salento Quindío

5 (5 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or hotels in Salento

Viewpoint and Barcinales Waterfall Horseback Ride, Salento

5 (3 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or hotels in Salento

Sestillal Viewpoint Horseback Ride, Salento

5 (2 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or hotels in Salento

Boquerón River Horseback Ride, Salento Quindío Version 2

5 (2 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or hotels in Salento

Horseback ride through coffee farms, forest and Boquerón River

5 (9 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora and Salento Quindío Package with Lodging

5 (2 Reviews)
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Salento in pictures

Viewpoints, waterfalls, forest and coffee around Salento.

Cabalgata frente a una cascada en el bosque de Salento Cascada en medio del bosque cerca de Salento Ascenso por una cascada en la reserva Kasaguadua Caficultor explicando el tostado del café a visitantes Fachada colorida de una casa tradicional del Eje Cafetero Cabalgata por el Camino Nacional con vista al pueblo de Salento

Want to learn about coffee?

Visit a coffee farm near Salento and learn the process from bean to cup.

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Salento, Quindío

What to do in Salento, Quindío

Salento is the most visited town in Quindío and the gateway to the Valle del Cocora. Besides its colorful streets, just a few minutes from town you will find viewpoints, waterfalls, rivers and cloud forests that you can explore on foot or on horseback.

Horseback rides are the classic plan: they range from a short 50-minute ride to the El Mocambo viewpoints to half-day tours through coffee farms, the Boquerón river or the Santa Rita waterfall, always with gentle horses and a guide. If you prefer to walk, the Kasaguadua nature reserve combines trails, a climb past waterfalls and bamboo architecture.

All plans leave from our office in Salento (Calle 2 #6-09) or we can pick you up at your hotel in town. Choose your option, review the details and book online, with no hidden costs.

Why us

Why book with Cocoratours?

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We are from Salento

Our office is in town, and we know every trail, farm and viewpoint in the area.

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Private horseback rides

We do not join groups: gentle horses and a guide just for you and your group, suitable for beginners.

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Hotel pickup

We pick you up at your accommodation within Salento. From Armenia, Circasia or Pereira, at an additional cost.

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Local expertise

We help you plan your days in Salento and combine them with the Valle del Cocora and the rest of the Coffee Region.

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Flexible, secure payment

Pay 50% when booking with card, PSE or PayPal. The remaining 50% in cash on the day of your experience.

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Free cancellation

Cancel at least 24 hours in advance and get a 90–100% refund depending on your payment method.

What our travelers say

Happy customers

We work hard every day to give you the best. We value your vacation and the word of mouth you share about us.

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“I loved the service, the lodging and everything. Highly recommend them.”

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Andrea Bedoya Gómez
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“Excellent service, everyone very attentive, highly recommended. Thank you so much.”

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Kevin Gómez
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“We had beautiful days. Everyone was so attentive, they made us feel like we were at home.”

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Diana Sofía Quintero
Getting there

Salento and its surroundings

Our office is at Calle 2 #6-09, in the center of Salento, Quindío.

Where are you coming from?

  • About 45 minutes from Armenia
  • About 1 hour from Pereira
  • About 20 minutes by jeep to the Valle del Cocora
🚗 Need transport? We coordinate a Duster, jeep or minivan from Armenia, Pereira and all of Quindío to Salento. See more →
Frequently asked questions

Questions about the plans in Salento?

From our office at Calle 2 #6-09 in Salento, or we pick you up at your hotel within the town.

No. We use gentle horses and you always ride with a guide. The rides are private and suitable for beginners.

It depends on the route: from about 50 minutes to the El Mocambo viewpoints up to 4 or 5 hours through coffee farms, rivers and waterfalls.

Ages 15 and up in good physical condition: the trail is wet and includes a climb past waterfalls.

Comfortable layered clothing, a raincoat, closed shoes with good grip, sunscreen and water. Salento's weather changes quickly.

Yes. We offer day trips and overnight packages that combine Salento, the Valle del Cocora and coffee farms.

Yes. Cancel at least 24 hours in advance and you'll get a refund of 90–100% depending on the payment method. Request it via WhatsApp or through the support contact that arrives in your email.

Day trips and plans

Combine Salento with the Valle del Cocora

Day trips and overnight packages departing from Salento

Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora and Salento Quindío Day Trip

5 (15 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora and Salento Quindío Package with Lodging

5 (2 Reviews)
Start: Calle 2 #6-09 Salento Quindío, Cocoratours office or nearby hotels

Valle del Cocora Day Trip and Traditional Coffee Tour

5 (2 Reviews)
Cocoratours office, Calle 6 #2-09, at the end of Calle Real, or direct pickup at your hotel (Salento urban area)

Coffee Farms, Quindío River and Santa Rita Waterfalls

5 (3 Reviews)